Alton Brown'S Blueberry Soda From Good Eats (Food Network)

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   Place the blueberries and the water into a medium saucepan, set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.

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   Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.

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   Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture into a colander lined with cheesecloth that is set in a large bowl.

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   Allow to cool for 15 minutes.

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   Gather up the edges of the cheesecloth and squeeze out as much of the liquid as possible.

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   Discard the skin and pulp.

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   Return the blueberry juice to the saucepan along with the sugar and lime juice.

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   Place over medium high heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.

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   Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.

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    Remove from the heat and transfer to a heatproof glass container and place in the refrigerator, uncovered, until completely cooled.

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    Before Serving: Combine 1/4 cup of the liquid with 8-ounces of carbonated water and serve over ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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